Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Job Locations
US-WI-Random Lake

Posted Date
3 months ago(10/26/2018 10:17 AM)

ID

2018-1080

# of Openings

1

Category

Operations

Overview

Do you want the opportunity to learn and excel in your career? Do you want to be part of an industry that is constantly changing and evolving? Krier Foods has an exciting opportunity to join our high performing operations team on second shift. In this critical role as Machine Operator, this person has the primary responsibility of supporting the production line by operating the production equipment based on production scheduling needs. Reporting to the Production Line Lead, this person will have the opportunity to learn all production equipment in a rotational training program including de-palletizer, filler, labeler, packager, and more. There is opportunity for growth and development from within with benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, 401K and more! Located in Random Lake, WI.

Responsibilities

Operate within safety and quality standards, good manufacturing practices (GMP’s) and adherence to job specifications.

Ensure proper PPE is utilized, as well as forklift compliance (if applicable).

Monitor the equipment operation to ensure that the appropriate product is produced to the correct amount, graphics, wrap and coding.

Operates machine controls and minor adjustments while monitoring the line for proper operation and performing final case inspections every hour.

Closely monitoring production equipment for jams, making necessary adjustment, and ensuring the availability and application of materials.

Assist in correct set up of production line to ensure product type of materials (including proper graphics if required), size of trays, proper cans and can ends, labels, and coder set.

Able to quickly troubleshoot issues on equipment, resolve and keep production line moving.

Follow all customer standards/specifications, quality requirements and Federal, State and Local regulations.

Maintain a clean work area by appropriately handling all recyclables and trash; as well as, re-working miss-packs during and at end of shift.

Complete required documentation accurately and completely as required for the equipment being operated and document line issues.

Fills in on any lines or projects as needed.

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to perform physical requirements of the job (prolonged physical exertions, including standing, sitting, twisting, reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, lifting, carrying, and climbing), perform repetitive motions for extended period of time (up to 2-3 hours) and be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, general labor, etc.) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e. inspection, etc.)

Ability to work in various conditions with exposure to extreme heat, cold, dust and fumes.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Food manufacturing plant working environment.

Noise level in the plant are moderate to high. While in the plant, hearing protection is required.

When located in the plant, the environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), moderate cold and hot temperature (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to raw food ingredients (including allergens) and chemicals.

Due to food and safety regulations, wearing of hairnets, earplugs, bump cap and steel toed or composite toed shoes are required at all times while in the plant.